1 Thessalonians 2:18 in the World English Bible
because we wanted to come to you—indeed, I, Paul, once and again—but Satan hindered us.
Context
17 But we, brethren, being taken from you for a short time in presence, not in heart, endeavoured the more abundantly to see your face with great desire.
18 Wherefore we would have come unto you, even I Paul, once and again; but Satan hindered us.
19 For what is our hope, or joy, or crown of rejoicing? Are not even ye in the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ at his coming?